Online Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity

Online [br]Graduate Certificate [/br]in Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity Certificate Program Overview

Break into the growing cybersecurity field.

Increasing numbers of breaches and other online security cyber attacks have created a huge demand for qualified professionals across every industry. The U.S. Bureau of Labor projects 28% growth in security analyst roles from 2016 to 2026, and other global research suggests there will be a shortage of 1.8 million cybersecurity professionals by 2022.

St. Bonaventure University’s online Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity will provide an overview of the cybersecurity field that can complement your current work in a variety of fields including law enforcement, military, government agencies, and more. After completing these five courses you’ll gain the confidence to speak the language and bring an understanding of the cybersecurity landscape to your current role.

Develop a real-world cybersecurity skill set.

Through our relationship with the WNY Cybersecurity Research Center and the Security Operations Center located at SBU, the online Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity program is able to bring active business and research professionals into the learning environment. It’s an immersive and one-of-a-kind connection that allows you to experience global cybersecurity practice as it happens – in real time, while preparing you for the realities of cybersecurity like no other online program can.

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Enjoy Flexibility: 100% online, no GMAT requirement and six start dates per year

This course introduces the object-oriented approach to software design using the programming language, like Java or Python. Both languages are used to implement software designs. No previous programming experience is needed.

CYB 500C | Introduction to Databases

An introduction to database management systems is given, including database design and application development. Different database models are introduced, with emphasis on the relational model. The theoretical principles underlying the design of a database and the physical storage of data and its integrity are covered. Other conceptual points such as relations in mathematics that form the bases of a relational model are discussed. Along with designing and implementing databases using Sequel Server, the student will create a GUI interface to a database using JDBC and JavaFX.

CYB 500 | Computer Networks

A study of computer networks based on the OSI model of a layered network architecture. The TCP/IP protocol suite is used to illustrate network protocols. The course includes an overview of local area networks, routing algorithms, and network applications. The course consists of three lecture hours and one two-hour laboratory per week. The laboratory component provides experience in network programming using sockets.

To provide students with a fundamental understanding of cybersecurity and an in-depth understanding of penetration testing and ethical hacking. This course will include intelligence gathering, assessment of software vulnerabilities and weaknesses, cross platform penetration testing, learning ethical hacking requirements, and data protection.

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cybersecurity webinar:

Led by Program Director Hossein Sarrafzadeh and Professor Pouya Ghotbi, this webinar highlights the online cybersecurity programs offered at St. Bonaventure and features a student panel discussion with three current students.

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Curriculum Highlights

Below is a sample list of courses you will be required to complete for the online Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity. To view a full list, please download a program brochure.

CAREERS AND OUTCOMES

Every day, there are new stories of data breaches - those stories add up to an individual’s identity is being stolen every three seconds. The need for cybersecurity specialists is significant and growing quickly.

Interested in making a career change to cybersecurity from a non-information technology background? Through this certificate you can gain the foundational background needed to transition directly from the certificate to the master’s program. In 6 months, you’ll be ready to dive into the master’s program with what you learned and transform yourself into a leader with higher earning potential.

Here's a snapshot of this high-growth industry:

Cybersecurity positions are expected to triple in number in the next five years – Cybersecurity Ventures

There could be a global shortage of 2 million qualified cybersecurity professionals by 2019 – Forbes

The average industry salary is around $116,000 according to a survey by Semper Secure – CNBC

$14 billion: The amount the U.S. government spent in 2016 on cybersecurity – CS Monitor